Health CareSome California Health Systems Start Vaccinating Patients As Roll-Out ExpandsJanuary 12, 2021 | Sammy CaiolaAfter immunizing their staff, some health systems are now contacting patients over age 75 and inviting them in for a COVID-19 vaccine.
FBI Warns Of ‘Armed Protests’ At All 50 State Capitols In Coming DaysJanuary 12, 2021 | Sarah Mizes-TanExperts warn that unless firm action is taken against the people who led the last week’s demonstrations at the nation’s Capitol and the people who are planning similar future demonstrations, the acts of insurrection will continue.
After Calling U.S. Capitol Insurrection ‘First Shots Against Tyranny,’ California Lawmaker BacktracksJanuary 12, 2021 | Chris NicholsA California state lawmaker from San Diego and a Santa Clara County GOP party official are among Republicans nationwide who either justified or encouraged last week’s deadly attacks at the U.S. Capitol.
Health CareCalifornia Lifts Stay-At-Home Order For Greater Sacramento RegionJanuary 12, 2021 | Nick Miller | Sammy Caiola | Kris HooksCounties in the greater Sacramento Region were released from stay-at-home orders for the region Tuesday, ending a six-week period where many businesses had to stop or severely limit business operations.
State GovernmentWatch: California Health Officials Update On COVID-19 For Jan 12January 12, 2021Watch as California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly gives an update Tuesday on COVID-19 in the state.
EnvironmentCalifornia Lawmakers Should Invest One-Time Budget Funds Into Projects With Long-Term Benefits, Experts SuggestJanuary 11, 2021 | Ezra David RomeroThe new proposed state budget includes billions to curb climate change and prevent wildfires. As the legislature considers the budget the Legislative Analyst's Office is asking lawmakers to consider ways to make one-time funds have lasting impact. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Why Is This South Sacramento Area A COVID-19 Hot Spot?January 11, 2021 | Sarah Mizes-TanThe 95823 zip code, including the Valley Hi neighborhood and large swaths of Franklin Boulevard, has had high rates of COVID-19 since March. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Newsom’s School Reopening Plan Puts Tight Deadlines On Districts, LegislatureJanuary 11, 2021Schools would have to offer in-person learning for primary students starting Feb. 16 in order to get the full funds under the governor’s $89.5 billion education budget.
State GovernmentInterview: Incoming California Senator Alex Padilla On COVID-19 Relief, US Capitol RiotJanuary 11, 2021 | Emily ZentnerAlex Padilla, who is set to take over for Kamala Harris in the U.S. Senate, joined CapRadio’s Insight Monday to discuss plans for pandemic relief and the need for accountability following last week’s riot at the U.S. Capitol. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ClassicalCar Concerts Offer Choirs A Way To Rehearse And PerformJanuary 11, 2021This car choir solution is one that accomplished baritone David Newman came up with so that ensembles could sing "together." The method uses microphones, a mixer, an FM transmitter and car radios.
Health CareHospitals Seek Relaxed Rules For Nursing, Patient DischargeJanuary 11, 2021As ICUs are overwhelmed, California hospitals ask the state to loosen rules related to nursing and where patients are discharged. But nurses say hospitals already have too much leeway.
Site That Traffics In Misinformation Fills Void Left By Struggling NewspaperJanuary 11, 2021In Stockton, Calif., a controversial site is filling the gap as the local newspaper grapples to survive. Is this a microcosm of what happens to a democracy when local news dies?
State GovernmentWatch: Gov. Gavin Newsom's Update On COVID-19 For Jan. 11January 11, 2021Watch as California Gov. Gavin Newsom gives an update on the state's response to COVID-19.
Recalling Nazis From His Childhood, Arnold Schwarzenegger Decries The Capitol AssaultJanuary 10, 2021In an emotional video posted to Twitter, the former governor and Austrian immigrant says the mob that attacked the U.S. Capitol "trampled the very principles on which our country was founded."
State GovernmentWill COVID Spur California To Ease Food Stamp Applications?January 9, 2021In a state that has long struggled to get federal food assistance to those who qualify, one senator is hoping that the third time’s a charm for his bill to ease application hurdles for CalFresh.
Business Journal: Despite Pandemic, Large Sports Bar Plans To Open In Sacramento’s Downtown Commons This FallFebruary 27, 2021It marks a sign of optimism for downtown Sacramento after a year of pandemic-related challenges. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: New Industrial Development Coming Soon To North NatomasFebruary 12, 2021As the coronavirus pandemic has kept people indoors, many have turned to shopping online as a way to stay safe. According to the Sacramento Business Journal, the industrial sector is booming in Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Sears Is Closing In Arden Fair Mall. What’s Next? It’s Still UnclearFebruary 5, 2021In their announcement, Arden Fair representatives said they've known this day was coming for more than five years. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: The Future Of Office Space In Sacramento In A Post-Coronavirus WorldJanuary 29, 2021Sacramento’s market for office space has declined for the first year in nearly a decade as the coronavirus pandemic has radically changed the way people work. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Some Sacramento-Area Restaurants Are Surviving The PandemicJanuary 22, 2021With the shifting coronavirus restrictions in California, many local restaurants have had to make the hard decision to close over the past year. But some have survived due to support from the community. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
